Cherry Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Delight in the rich fusion of fudgy brownies, creamy cheesecake, and sweet cherry topping in these irresistible Cherry Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake Bars. Perfect for dessert lovers, this easy-to-make recipe combines the best of three classic flavors into one decadent treat that’s sure to impress at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Brownie Layer
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
Cheesecake Layer
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 ½ cups cherry pie filling
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make for easy removal.
- Prepare Brownie Layer: Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions, including any required additional ingredients such as eggs, oil, or water. Pour the prepared brownie batter into the lined baking pan, spreading it out evenly to form the base layer.
- Make Cheesecake Layer: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, then mix thoroughly until fully combined to create the cheesecake layer batter.
- Layering: Spoon the cheesecake mixture gently over the brownie batter in the pan, spreading evenly. Next, drop spoonfuls of the cherry pie filling over the cheesecake layer. Using a knife or skewer, swirl the cherries lightly to create a marbled effect without fully mixing them in. Finally, sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the top to add chocolate bursts.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges start pulling away slightly from the pan. Once baked, remove from oven and allow to cool completely before slicing into bars for serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the cheesecake layer.
- Swirling the cherry topping gently creates a beautiful marble pattern and distributes the fruit flavor.
- Allow bars to cool completely to get clean slices and perfect texture.
- You can substitute cherry pie filling with other fruit fillings like raspberry or blueberry for variety.
- For extra indulgence, drizzle melted chocolate over the bars once cooled.
